The Patriots and the Pox

“While concentrating on Washington’s decision to insist on smallpox inoculation, this well researched book portrays him as a leader who gathered useful information and used it in ways that protected his soldiers and his country. Yazdani’s attention to details and use of colors in the illustrations are consistently attractive features of the many period illustrations in this appealing history book.”—Booklist

“Recounted as a narrative, this nonfiction story introduces young readers to the unseen enemy with which Washington had to contend during his time as commander for the patriots’ army. Small blocks of text propel the plot forward, providing context for the detailed, urgency-filled images surrounding them… This unique approach to the story of the ­American Revolutionary War will inspire thought-provoking and ­relatable discussions about the complexities of life that are not always visible; it is a positive addition to curricula on war, history, and ­inoculation science.”—School Library Journal